Yes the Pot of Gold really exists! You will find gold or green coins in nearly every pot at Nelson’s this St. Patrick’s Day. One special coin can be redeemed for a $1,000 gift certificate from Nelson Water Gardens. Treasure hunting starts at 9:00 am and ends at 10:00 am.
March 17 Spring Kick Off 11:00am-Noon
February 17, 2012
From soup to nuts and plants to fish, Mike Swize will cover everything needed to start up your pond for spring, including demonstrating how to divide, and re-pot your aquatic plants. A special prize will be awarded to whoever can pronounce Mike’s last name correctly (No fair calling ahead of time and asking).
March 24 How to Build a Disappearing Fountain 11:00am
February 17, 2012
March 24 How to Build a Gravel Bog Filter 11:30am-Noon
February 17, 2012
March 31 Basic Pond Construction I 11:00am-Noon
February 17, 2012
Construction of any type along the Gulf Coast presents concerns not addressed in conventional literature and water gardens are no exception. Our sub-tropical climate, heavy clay soils, intense sun, and strong seasonal winds are unique to this area of the country. Nelson Water Gardens shares thirty years of experience building, stocking and maintaining ponds.
April 7 Easter Egg Hunt 11:00am
February 17, 2012
April 14 Garden Party 9am-6pm
February 17, 2012
April 21 Pond Construction II 11:00 am-Noon
February 17, 2012
April 28 Pond Construction III 11am-Noon
February 17, 2012
Don’t worry, missing Pond Construction I and II does not disqualify you from attending PC III. This third workshop covers the “goodies” and “fun stuff” you can add to your garden including waterfalls, streams, fountains and fountain construction. If you missed PC I and PC II they will repeat in Fall 2012. Can’t wait until… [Continue Reading]